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South Canaan, PA is home to St Tikhon's Orthodox Theological Seminary. South Canaan is a rural area. Students select the school partly because it is a Russian Orthodox school. St Tikhon's Orthodox Theological Seminary is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at the school go up to the Bachelor's degree.
Students commonly pursue studies in religion and philosophy.
Prospective students are advised that admissions are not open to all; the school selects from among qualified applicants. Three quarters of students in 2007-2008 had SAT verbal scores of at least 600. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 600 and 750.
The school has 96 enrolled students (as of 2007-2008). A large number of students at St Tikhon's Orthodox Theological Seminary are 40 years old or older. A very high share of students at the school are male.
A lot of students at St Tikhon's Orthodox Theological Seminary attend part-time. The school has a residential or campus feel. St Tikhon's Orthodox Theological Seminary offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. The school offers students meal plans.
St Tikhon's Orthodox Theological Seminary is a relative bargain, with lower tuition and fees than most schools offering similar degrees.
More complete details are provided below.
St Tikhon's Orthodox Theological Seminary
178 St. Tikhon's Rd.
South Canaan, PA 18459-0130
General Phone: (570) 937-4411
http://www.stots.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Religion and Philosophy | 8 | ministry, pre-ministerial studies, theological and ministerial studies |
Number of programs and degrees for St Tikhon's Orthodox Theological Seminary in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| First-professional degree | 8 | 1 |
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 0 | 1 |
| Bachelor's degree | 0 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, St Tikhon's Orthodox Theological Seminary had a total enrollment of 96 students (45 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 100% |
| Women | 0% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 18% |
| Graduate | 25% |
| First Professional | 57% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 96% |
| (Foreign Students) | 4% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 1% |
| 20-21 | 3% |
| 22-24 | 12% |
| 25-29 | 19% |
| 30-34 | 20% |
| 35-39 | 8% |
| 40-49 | 15% |
| 50-64 | 12% |
| 65+ | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 83 % |
| Part-Time | 100 % |
St Tikhon's Orthodox Theological Seminary offers campus housing for 39 of its 45 (full-time) students.
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The school offers students a meal plan with 20 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 2 | 2 | 100% | 2 | 100% |
| Men | 2 | 2 | 100% | 2 | 100% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 600 | 750 |
| SAT Math | 600 | 750 |
| SAT Writing | 600 | 750 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | recommended |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | recommended |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 100% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
| Years of College Work Before Admittance | recommended |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 2,870 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 2,870 |
| Room and board | $ 2,650 |
| Room charge | $ 1,100 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 1,550 |
| Books and supplies | $ 600 |
| Other expenses | $ 350 |
Financial Aid:
St Tikhon's Orthodox Theological Seminary participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is -2)
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 4 | $21,000 | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 5 | $25,800 | 0 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Divinity/Ministry (BD, MDiv)
Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies
Theological and Ministerial Studies, Other
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets St Tikhon's Orthodox Theological Seminary Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
Notable:
Russian Orthodox affiliation Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan
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